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Haste

Hayst

/ˈheɪst/

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haste

Dictionary meaning

The act of moving hurriedly and in a careless manner.

Examples

  • In my haste to leave, I forgot a book.
  • We soon regretted our haste.

Synonyms: hurry, rushing, rush

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